Tooling Technician at IPL Schoeller Goodyear, AZ

Neier Inc.; Goodyear (AZ); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Neier Inc. is looking for an experienced Machinist in Goodyear, Arizona, to support production by maintaining and repairing plastic injection molds. The role requires a completed Technical Degree in related fields and at least four years of experience in machining and tooling repair.

The ideal candidate should possess strong mechanical skills, good hand-eye coordination, and be able to perform preventative maintenance and troubleshooting on molds. This position offers opportunities for professional growth within the vibrant manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Completed Technical Degree Program in either Tool & Die Mold Making, Mechanical Technology or Machining Technology.
• Four years of servicing & repairing tooling/plastic injection molds.
• Experienced in tooling repair and providing machining support in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain plastic injection molds and equipment in optimal running condition.
• Perform preventative mold maintenance and mold repair activities.
• Accurately estimate mold repair times.

Skills

Tool & Die Mold Making

Mechanical Technology

Machining Technology

Solid Works

Basic Electrical Skills

Basic Computer Skills

Good Hand-Eye Coordination

Basic Math Skills

Education

Technical Degree Program in Tool & Die Mold Making

Four years of servicing & repairing tooling

Job description

Who We Are

On July 1, 2025, IPL Plastics merged with Schoeller Allibert to form IPL Schoeller (the ‘company’). The Company’s operations are split across North America (11 manufacturing plants) and Europe (16 manufacturing plants). The company is headquartered in Dublin, Ireland. IPL Schoeller is a leading manufacturer of sustainable rigid packaging solutions across a range of end market segments including returnable transit packaging, consumer and industrial packaging, environmental containers and agricultural packaging. The company employs c.4,100 employees across North America (1,600 employees) and Europe (2,500 employees.)

The role

The Team in Goodyear Arizona is seeking an experienced Machinist to assist in performing regular maintenance activities on production molds as directed to support the operations and achieve the production schedule.

Responsibilities

• Maintain plastic injection molds and equipment are in optimal running condition
• Perform preventative mold maintenance and mold repair activities
• Accurately estimate mold repair times
• Perform mechanical, electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic repairs and troubleshooting related to tooling/molds
• Work independently with strong technical knowledge and good communication skills
• Read and interpret detailed technical drawings and schematics
• Execute machining requests to drawing, sketches or part samples, when instructed
• Operate all tool room machinery and equipment and complete final form, fit and function of mold repairs
• Will assist with mold setups, perform mold removals, reinstall and prepare molds for production startup
• Identify molding defects on production parts and recommend solutions
• Assure proper inventory levels of required replacement parts for all tools
• Following all Lock Out/Tag Out rules and work instructions
• Participate in corresponding root cause analysis, corrective actions and team problem solving activities
• Maintain high standards of housekeeping in all your assigned work areas.
• Responsible for maintaining accurate and timely records of all tool repairs and changes.
• Responsible for following all internal and OSHA required safety procedures.
• Read, use and interpret measuring devices, gauges and inspection tools.
• Keep own and adjacent work area clean.
• Perform other related job tasks or responsibilities as assigned

Qualifications

• A Completed Technical Degree Program in either Tool & Die Mold Making, Mechanical Technology or Machining Technology
• Four years of servicing & repairing of tooling/plastic injection molds.
• Experienced in tooling repair and providing machining support in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with Solid Works preferred
• Basic knowledge of the plastic processing and troubleshooting of thermoplastic molds.
• Basic math skills.
• Basic electrical skills
• Basic computer skills.
• Must be mechanically inclined and can use basic hand tools.
• Possess good hand-eye coordination with manual dexterity.
• Repair and perform all necessary preventive maintenance on plastic injection molds and molding related auxiliary equipment related to the mold setup
• Understanding of hydraulics and pneumatics.